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In this short video Kent will show you how he first tests the sunroof drains for blockage and then how he goes about cleaning out any blockage.
NEW quality aftermarket part. Fits late 123 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 1980 to 1985. Use your existing motor
Adjusting the power tilting sunroof is not difficult if you have the right knowledge and a couple alignment pin tools. Adjustment is not usually needed if the sunroof is working properly.
Manual sunroofs can have problems too. Just like their electrically operated counterparts, most often they will fail due to lack of lubrication. The number one failure point is a broken T handle. Number two is failure of the roof to close properly due to damaged felt feet and plastic slides.
This is part 2 of a 4 part video series Kent has done on repairing the power tilting sunroofs on the W201 W126 and W124 chassis built from 1986 to 1995. Part 1 covers removal and replacement of the sunroof panel and headliner.
Brand New Rotors as shown. You will receive 2 fronts as shown. Fits all 126 Chassis Gasoline and Diesel, from 1986 to 1991. Specifically 300SDL 300SE 300SEL 350SD 350SDL 420SEL 560SEL 560SEC.
In this 13 minute instructional video Kent will show you how to clean your sunroof cable tube, prep your cable for easy installation, lube the cable during installation, show preliminary clutch adjustement, and demonstrate how to get cable to engage the drive assembly using the power switch.
This has been sitting in our shop for over 10 years. Who knows, it may work but then again it may not. Not returnable. Priced accordingly. At the least you will get some very nice looking buttons and wheel if yours are all worn off. Part number as shown below.
Assortment of new interior bulbs as shown. These light up your dash, center console, glove box and shifter ( on some models).
Assortment includes the following:
Brand new cable as shown. Only one available.
This is a used kit removed from a W123 diesel 5 years ago and has been in storage. it has the heated filter, fuel heater, mounts, 3 way valves, fuel heater and fuse panel. It is dirty and will need thorough cleaning before installation. You will need addtional hoses, clamps, wiring, etc.
The sunroof transmission drive unit moves the cable back and forth to open and close the sunroof. There are 5 gears inside this unit that transfer the incoming drive from the motor ( high speed) to the final drive moving the cable (slow speed).
In part one Kent will show you how to get all the sunroof parts off our old Mercedes and on a bench particularly if you sunroof is broken and not moving. In this 21 minute instructional video here is a list of the subjects he covers:
CHECK OUT the quality. Comes with hardware. No extras included.
Fits 1981 to 1985 ONLY WITHOUT HEATED MIRROR.
Good working condition. Very hard to repair. Inside cover plate not included.
You can purchase these individually, but you might want to consider replacing all four at the same time. If one is broken others are not far behind. Watch Kent's video below to see what happened to him and why he decided to manufacture these himself.
These are about as mint as you will find not being new. They are not perfect as they have some dirt on them and a very few fine sand pits in the lenses that you can hardly see. No chips, cracks, or gouges in either the head lights or the turn signal lenses. All mounting tabs are intact.
Loose steering or wheels shaking at speed. This can often be worn out tie rod ball joints. The joints can be replaced as a DIY project. Watch the video below to see if this is something you want to take on yourself.
This kit includes:
Special price this one only because lightly used slide hammer used in video. Still works like new. Version 4 update 2/22: New color and style but still does the same job. This is one of the key tools you will need to remove stubborn pre chambers from the cylinder head of your old diesel engine.
Only one available. VERY GOOD CONDITION. Completely cleaned, lubricated, and tested with new antenna mast installed. Has the more reliable toothed antenna mast.
1986 was a super milestone year for Mercedes Benz in the U.S. market. As well as the above it was the introduction of the W124!. This is a milestone book for collectors and it is in good ( not perfect ) condition. Very clean inside. 369 pages in length.
BRAND NEW! never on a car. You can used for parts or just cut off and use the new dimmer switch on your LS. No oil pressure!
Fits all Mercedes models with the 14" Alloy bundt cake style wheels. The measurements are M12x1.5mm by 51mm overall length. This is a set of five USED wheel bolts that are not all rusty.
Great looking ABOVE average center caps full set of four as shown. They still have original paint so have not been repainted. This way you can see what you are getting. No noticeable dings or gouges.
Very good later version Hirschmann antenna as shown ( factory replacement for the initial all aluminum antenna. Complete with inside braket and fender mounting hardware. Fully cleaned and lubed with new antenna mast installed. Very smooth operation.
Excellent quality grease gun for your old Benz. Can be used on almost all standard grease fittings.
This was removed from a vehicle and was tested. ONLY ONE KEY but it is the low-security key so easy to get a duplicate made. Very good key movement, good working electrical switch, and door buzzer switch mounted. Fits Early 107 and later W116 chassis only ( see list in title )
Customers often can not decide. They ask us which one color is the best? That is hard to say since it is such a personal preference. So we decided to offer 3 sets of our popular 5th generation LED dash lights so you can try each one and decide for yourself!
This is the newest LED light bulb Kent has found and tested that you can install on the backside of your instrument cluster to increase your instrument lighting on your older Mercedes. These particular bulbs will be much brighter with a VERY RED cast light and they don't get hot!
This is the newest LED light bulb Kent has found and tested that you can install on the backside of your instrument cluster to increase your instrument lighting on your older Mercedes. These particular bulbs will be much brighter with a more ORANGE cast light and they don't get hot!
Not complete. Good for parts. One of the fitting threads in the housing was stripped out and a helicoil inserted but at a different thread pitch. The back of the body plate has heavy corrosion but is till usable. If someone needs parts this could help restore another leveling valve.
This will hold the top of the strut and keep it from turning when removing and installing the 22mm nut.
Install this steel 10-micron filter in your fuel tank outlet hose to protect your fuel pump. Clamps provided along with a pull to plug the fuel hose temporarily to reduce fuel spills.
This video is loaded with tips on how to properly lubricate all the key components that make your sunroof operate smoothly and properly. It is NOT a complete manual on everything related to sunroofs. It will NOT show you all the details to get the sunroof out and back in.
This original power antenna has been inspected, cleaned, lubricated, adjusted, and tested in our shop. New Antenna mast installed. This one is in super nice condition. See the video below for the process.
If your V8 is running hot or temp gauge is moving you may have a bad sending unit. Located at the front of the engine. Easy replace. Drain one gallon of coolant out of the radiator before removing it.
Super clean. Removed from a low mileage 4.5. Look at how clean it is inside and there are no loose timing chain marks. Just clean with solvent, blow off and install. You won’t find them this nice very often.
Super clean. Removed from a low mileage 4.5. Look at how clean it is inside and there are no loose timing chain marks. Just clean with solvent, blow off and install. You won’t find them this nice very often.
That is right - this is brand new - NOT rebuilt. It fits the passenger side rear wheel ONLY. The caliper comes with new pad mounting hardware and new bolts. These will soon be gone forever... Special price limited to stock on hand. Sorry, we do not have the left side. THESE ARE GOING AWAY!
Good used rocker arm assemblies as shown. They come with stretch bolts but washers are missing.
Brand new radiator cap as shown for your vintage gas engine Mercedes. Quality Zinc plating.
Late W116 450SEL, 280SE/L and 300SD and Early W126 280SE, 450SEL, 300SD, 380SEL, 500SEL only during the years listed. These DO NOT fit the W 126 SEC coupes. PDF brake repair manual included FREE of charge.
The motor mount shield may not be the exact one shown. It may be painted or original. No cracks. Not perfect but very usable. If you leave this off your rubber mount will fail much quicker.
These parts all came off a 1968 low mileage 280S that sat in a warm garage since 1978. This happens to the parts on an old car when it never leaves a warm garage for 40 years!
Here is a list of some of the parts included in this special deal.
Ever just need a small piece of good auto wire to make a repair - then run to hardware store to discover they only have lighting cord wire or you have to buy a big roll. This bag of 5 longer pieces of wire consists of different wire gauge and color.
This on-demand training video will walk you through the steps you need to follow in order to get your headliner panel off so you can work on the sunroof. If your sunroof won't open, you are stuck - right? Not SO according to Kent.
When you remove the old sunroof panel (1985 and older) from you Benz you will probably notice that the edges of the vinyl have come loose from the metal strapping. You will allow notice just how dirty it is once you have it out of the car and into the light.
Our kit comes with a free micro fiber cloth! This is an advanced water based polish that is made in Germany. Kent has witnessed first hand some amazing results on his own cars and wants to share this excellent product with you.
Kent explains why it is important to to remove and open up the motor assembly anytime you are replacing a damaged cable. On the bench he explains the workings of the motor and transmission and shows close up examples of what each of the different components do.
Removing the tilting sunroof panel is a little bit of a mystery to many owners. Since there are no exposed fasteners, at first glance it can appear to be very difficult to remove.